Perhaps you’re playing more games with your kids? Or maybe you’re doing more cooking? For me, I am no longer suffering from FOMO because there is literally nothing to miss out on. Instead, I challenge you to notice what you like about this unique situation you’re in. Notice what feels good about this situation The endorphins will lift your spirits and decrease the overall sense of drama. Make it part of your routine! ( see above) Schedule time every single day to move your body. There are millions of free workout, dance, yoga, however-you-want-to-move videos. If you can’t go outside, YouTube is your friend. If you can get outside, great! Go for several mini-walks a day. Get dressed, make the bed, keep your space tidy, and have a bedtime. Don’t let it! Routine is what gives your life structure, and structure will quite literally help you feel supported when everything around you feels like chaos. The stress and overwhelm of the pandemic can overshadow the importance of the simple things, like making your bed and doing the dishes.
Spending a lot of time at home can create the illusion that laziness will feel good.
What I’d like to share here though, are some practices that can help you remain calm and have some degree of normalcy, even in these highly unusual times. I know I’m finding myself coping with new levels of stress and exhaustion, and have to pay close attention to how I’m feeling daily and adjust accordingly. I won’t pretend to have a prescription for doing this correctly, or even optimally. Well, just a few short months later, everyone all over the globe is finding that their health and well-being relies upon being a shut-in! How quickly things can change! In December I wrote an article called How not be a shut-in, because I believe, if you’re someone that works from home, ensuring that you have dedicated time each week to get out the house and socialize is crucial for your overall well-being.
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